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2,359 ft
Distance
37 ft
Climb
-23 ft
Descent
00:03:10
Avg time
17 ft
Altitude change
914 ft
Altitude min
938 ft
Altitude max
920 ft
Altitude start
938 ft
Altitude end
0.7%
Grade
-8%
Grade max
11.7%
Grade min
702 ft
Distance climb
420 ft
Distance down
1,207 ft
Distance flat
00:03:10
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Brown Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Emma Carlin Trails
    La Grange, Wisconsin
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 60 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #114585 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #11895 in Hiking
  • Blaze Color
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    One Direction
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Kettle Moraine State Forest

Red Loop at Emma Carlin Trails
Trails are very smooth and easy with a few easy tech bits here and there. Not much climbing but some climbs are short and steep fire roads. The southern part of the green loop is where the tech stuff is. You can bypass it by going on the Orange/Red section, but it is the best part and not challenging tech.
Out of state ride will cost you ~$14 if you pay the fees. There is a vehicle fee (~$10) and a trail fee (~$4). The fee box is self service and you carry a slip with you. I would plan a whole day around the place and also ride the John Muir Trails which can be connected to the Emma Carlin Trails.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 1 rides
  • 69 miles average
6 Months
  • 17 rides
  • 17 miles avg distance
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  • 149 rides
  • Last: Aug 29, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Brown Loop

        ▼ Where is Brown Loop located?
        Brown Loop is located in Emma Carlin Trails, La Grange, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Emma Carlin Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.87383, -88.55183.
        ▼ How hard is Brown Loop?
        Brown Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Brown Loop?
        Brown Loop has 37 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 23 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 914 ft to 938 ft.
        ▼ Is Brown Loop a point to point trail?
        Yes, Brown Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Brown Loop?
        Brown Loop is 2,359 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Brown Loop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Brown Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Brown Loop?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Brown Loop are:
        • July (12 activities)
        • September (10 activities)
        • October (8 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access Brown Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Brown Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Brown Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 9 minutes to ride Brown Loop. The trail is 2,359 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Brown Loop?
        Brown Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 645 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 699 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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